Subaru Forester: Recommended grade and viscosity - Manual transmission oil - Maintenance and service - Subaru Forester Owner's ManualSubaru Forester: Recommended grade and viscosity

Each oil manufacturer has its own base oils and additives. Never use different brands together. For details, refer to “Manual transmission, front differential and rear differential gear oil”.

    Checking the oil level
    1) Yellow handle Check the oil level monthly. 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and stop the engine. 2. Pull out the level gauge, wipe it clean, and insert it again. 1) Upper level ...

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    Filling the washer reservoir
    The washer fluid reservoir supplies fluid to the front and rear washer systems. A good quality washer fluid should be used to fill the washer reservoir. The fluid level should be checked mor ...

    Capacities
    The quoted capacities are approximate and provided as a guide only. All levels must be checked using the level marks, level plugs or driver information module, as applicable. ...

    Alarms and warning indicators
    A combination of exterior and interior alarms as well as warning lights are used to prevent the theft of the vehicle and accidents resulting from erroneous operation. ●When any warning ligh ...